Bay Creek Structure 4 Dam
Key Takeaway
Bay Creek Structure 4 Dam is classified as low hazard in Illinois. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 78.2% in IL) |
| Dam Length | 845 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 366 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | IL00955 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LARRY, JOE AND GLENN TROVILLION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bay Creek Structure 4 Dam?
Bay Creek Structure 4 Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bay Creek Structure 4 Dam?
Bay Creek Structure 4 Dam is owned by LARRY, JOE AND GLENN TROVILLION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bay Creek Structure 4 Dam built?
Bay Creek Structure 4 Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Bay Creek Structure 4 Dam?
Bay Creek Structure 4 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bay Creek Structure 4 Dam?
Bay Creek Structure 4 Dam has a dam height of 36 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Bay Creek Structure 4 Dam last inspected?
Bay Creek Structure 4 Dam was last inspected on May 5, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.